# 459 Cool Tattoo Shop Names & Artist Nicknames

**URL:** https://thesalonbusiness.com/tattoo-shop-names/  
**Date:** 2024-05-02  
**Author:** John Hallberg  
**Categories:** Business Names  
**Tags:** Salon Names, Tattoo business ideas, Tattoo Parlor, Tattoo shop names  

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Are you trying to find the perfect name for your tattoo shop to stand out and attract a dedicated following of ink enthusiasts?

Well, you’ve arrived at the right spot!

I’m frequently asked about this topic as a branding specialist.

The name of your tattoo shop is crucial for your brand identity. It’s the first thing potential clients notice and can impact their perception and decision to get inked at your studio. A well-chosen name can significantly influence your shop’s success.

I’ve compiled a collection of tattoo shop and body art studio name ideas to help you on your naming journey. Consider this your primary resource for brainstorming and stimulating your creativity.

Before we explore the list, I want to draw your attention to a couple of crucial resources.

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    ## Workbook

A set of simple exercises to help you choose the best name for your new tattoo shop business.

[Direct download (PDF)](https://thesalonbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/naming-guide-download.pdf)

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My tips when naming a business – one of the lessons in the [free branding course](/branding/) (which I highly recommend you go through).

    ## Practical Checks

In my [naming guide PDF](https://thesalonbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/naming-guide-download.pdf?swcfpc=1), you’ll find a checklist to choose a strong, memorable name. If you’re short on time, here are two vital points to remember.

### Avoiding Legal Troubles

- Check if another business has trademarked your name. You can quickly search the [US Patent and Trademark Office](https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/search) (USPTO) database or its equivalent in your country

- Thoroughly Google to ensure no other nearby tattoo shop uses your desired name

### Securing Your Online Presence

It is crucial to have a website and email address that reflect your brand. To find an available option, consider adding your city name or keywords like “tattoo,” “ink,” or “studio” after your brand name. [Namecheap](https://www.namecheap.com/) is a helpful tool for checking domain availability.

## List of Name Ideas

Given this is such a long list, I recommend you use the page navigation to jump between different categories.

- [Cool](#system-cool)

- [Unique](#system-unique)

- [Vintage](#system-vintage)

- [Funny](#system-funny)

- [Catchy](#system-catchy)

- [Clever](#system-clever)

- [Creative](#system-creative)

- [Classic](#system-classic)

- [Good](#system-good)

- [Artist Nicknames](#system-nicknames)

    ### Cool Names

When you think of someone with tattoos, do you imagine someone hip, trendy, and edgy with ink? Well, why not choose a cool name?

You can’t go wrong with a cool name that plays on the image a tattoo already has. Going with something fresh and modern says your tattoo shop keeps up with the current trends.

1. Rocksteady Tattoo Parlor

2. Tatted Out Tattoo Parlor

3. Tiger Tattoos

4. Hardcore Ink

5. Tattoo Nation

6. Ignite Ink

7. Inkjection

8. Dragonborn Ink

9. Apocalypse Tattoos

10. VIP Tattoo

11. The Inkspot

12. 90 Degree Ink

13. Convicts Tattoo Parlor

14. Beyond Ink

15. Vice Tattoo

16. Edge of Insanity Tattoo

17. Rolling Thunder Tattoo Shop

18. The Joker Tattoo Parlor

19. Revelry Tattoo

20. Tempest Tattoo Shop

21. Ring of Fire Tattoo

22. The Howling Wolf Tattoo Shop

23. Blackheart Ink

24. Rampage Ink

25. The Void Tattoo Shop

26. Obey Tattoo Studio

27. Flying Serpent Tattoo Shop

28. Boneshakers Ink

29. Valhalla Ink

30. Touchdown Tattoo

31. Alloy Ink

32. Showcase Tattoo Shop

33. Signature Tattoo

34. Ink Envy

35. Collision Tattoo

36. Sabbath Ink Studio

37. Diablo Tattoo Studio

38. Funky Ink

39. Anarchy Ink

40. Saints & Sinners Tattoo Shop

41. After Midnight Tattoo Parlor

42. Raven Tattoo Parlor 

43. Synergy Ink

44. Battle Scars Tattoo

    ### Unique Names

Are you opening a tattoo shop in a place with a lot of competition? A unique name for a new tattoo studio is a great choice if you want to catch the eye of potential customers. 

1. Body Wrapped Tattoos

2. Eclipse Ink

3. Inked Out Tattoos 

4. Deluxe Tattoo

5. Etched in Ink

6. Addicted to Ink

7. Altered Skin

8. The Tattoo Den

9. Dragon’s Maw Tattoo Parlor

10. Half Moon Tattoo Shop

11. Afterthoughts Ink

12. Lineage Tattoo

13. Destination Ink

14. Kingdom of Ink

15. Misfits Tattoo

16. Eternium Tattoo

17. Around the World Tattoo Parlor

18. Radical Ink

19. The Talisman Tattoo Shop

20. Sacrilege Tattoo Shop

21. 1st Edition Ink

22. Covert Ink

23. Shadow Ink

24. Rising Sun Tattoo Studio

25. One Nation Under Ink

26. Golden Gates Tattoo Parlor

27. Metamorphosis Ink

28. Transference Tattoos

29. Skin Polish Tattoo Shop

30. Bloodlines Tattoo Studio

31. Paragon Tattoo

32. Homegrown Ink

33. The Ink Factor

34. Conspiracy Theory Tattoo Shop

35. Natural Elements Ink

36. Mantra Tattoo

37. Wicked Tattoos 

38. Hidden Gem Tattoos

39. Mayhem Tattoo 

40. Portrait of a Tattoo (like Portrait of an Artist)

41. The Doghouse Tattoo Studio

42. The Asylum Tattoo Parlor

43. Revelations Ink

44. Into the Void Ink

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    ### Vintage Names

Vintage has always been a trendy way to brand a business. A tattoo shop is no different. Referencing back to the style of an era long gone evokes a reaction in people and is a great way to establish a connection with customers.

Tattoo parlors are the perfect business to name with something vintage. Choose words or phrases that reference the past. Think about other time periods and cultures that were known for having tattoos.

1. Forever Yours Tattoos

2. Old School Tattoos

3. Pinup Tattoo Parlor

4. Soulful Ink

5. Casablanca Ink

6. Royalty Tattoos 

7. Castaways Tattoo Parlor

8. The Armory Tattoo Shop

9. The Catwalk Tattoo Parlor

10. Vintage Customs Tattoo Shop

11. Greased Lightning Tattoos (like the film)

12. Ancient Arts Tattoo Shop

13. Rose Tattoo Parlor

14. Medusa Tattoos 

15. Primordial Art Tattoo Parlor

16. Samurai Ink

17. Ink Lore 

18. Anchors Away Tattoo Studio

19. The Yardstick Tattoo Shop

20. Celtic Tattoo Studio

21. Wild West Tattoo Parlor

22. Sailor Tattoo Studio

23. Viking Tattoo

24. Reclaimed Tattoos

25. Boho Ink

26. Ships & Sails Tattoo Shop

27. The Jazzclub Tattoo Studio

28. King Arthur’s Tattoo Shop

29. Pirate Ship Tattoo Parlor

30. Yankee Doodles Tattoo 

31. Legacy Ink

32. Ye Olde Tattoo Parlor

33. Black Flag Tattoo Parlor 

34. Good Times Tattoo

35. Sword & Crown Ink

36. Old Town Tattoos

37. Long John Silver’s Tattoo Shop

38. Remnants Tattoo Parlor

39. Prohibition Ink

40. Omega Tattoo

41. Portrait Ink

42. Fleet Street Tattoos

43. Good Ole Days Tattoo Parlor 

    ### Funny Names

Is your tattoo shop relaxed and laid-back?  A name that gets a laugh is a great way to show your tattoo shop is approachable and chill. Choosing a funny name can help set you apart from other tattoo studios that are pompous or intimidating.

Another good reason to consider something funny is a name that gets a laugh and can make potential customers feel closer and more connected to your tattoo parlor. Establishing a connection with a customer before they even enter your shop’s door leads to business. 

1. Your Name Here Tattoo Parlor

2. Got Ink?

3. Marked

4. No Pain No Gain Tattoos

5. Go with the Flow Tattoo Shop

6. Inkaholics 

7. Not Your Mother’s Tattoo Parlor

8. Inkredible

9. Period Table of Tattoos

10. Just Ink It 

11. Tattootastic

12. Ink it Out

13. Skin Deep

14. No Regrets Tattoo Studio

15. Voodoo Tattoo

16. Inkspiration

17. Super Freak Tattoo Shop (like the song)

18. Guns out Tattoo (like a tattoo gun)

19. Ink About It

20. Blindman Tattoo

21. Time-out Tattoos

22. Target Practice Tattoo Shop

23. The Tattoo Cure

24. Up the Ante Ink

25. Ink a la Mode

26. Like a Boss Tattoo Studio

27. Tattacular (like spectacular)

28. Ready, Set, Ink

29. Ink Wrapped

30. Bullseye Tattoo

31. Tit for Tat

32. Tattooties 

33. Just in Time Tattoos

34. Lunatats (like lunatics)

35. Get Your Ink On

36. X Marks the Spot 

37. Inkspot

38. Tattatouille (like ratatouille) 

39. Monster Tats (like monster trucks)

40. Always There Tattoo Parlor

    ### Catchy Names

A catchy name for a tattoo shop can be welcoming and help counter the edgy and unapproachable image some tattoo shops have.

Like a unique name, a clever name for your tattoo parlor can also do the advertising for you. Try choosing a play on words or a catchphrase that’s fun to say and see. A catchy name that sticks with potential customers is a sure way to get people to remember you. 

1. Pain & Patience Tattoo Shop

2. Everlasting Ink

3. Illuminate Ink

4. Iconic Ink

5. Once Upon a Tattoo

6. Roadrunner Tattoo Studio

7. Inkphoric (like euphoric) 

8. Above & Beyond Tattoos

9. You Only Live Once Tattoo Parlor

10. Out of This World Ink

11. Flashy Ink

12. The Inkstain

13. Pins & Needles Tattoo

14. Live Fast Ink

15. Tenacious Tattoos 

16. Ink Incorporated 

17. High Tide Tattoo

18. Take a Bow Tattoo Shop

19. Turn It Up Tattoo Shop

20. Idol Ink

21. Chronic Ink

22. Noteworthy Tattoo

23. Tattoo Paradise 

24. Big Top Tattoo Shop

25. Sin City Tattoo Studio

26. Needle Notions

27. The Needle Groove

28. The Ink Stop

29. White Tiger Tattoos

30. Talk of the Town Tattoos

31. The Tattoo Tribe 

32. Snazzy Tatts

33. Ink Evolution

34. Foxtrot Tattoo Shop

35. Totally Tattoo

36. Ready to Ride Tattoo Shop

37. Tapout Tattoos 

38. No Ordinary Ink

39. Image of Ink

40. Affliction Ink

41. Tango Tattoo Parlor

42. Tantalizing Tattoos

43. An Iota of Ink (iotas are small amounts)

44. Skin Shakers Tattoo Shop

    ### Clever Names

Do you want a clever name for your tattoo shop that leaves no doubt in people’s minds that you’re the best at what you do? Choosing something clever can do the job.

A clever name for your tattoo parlor will demonstrate you have skill. Customers will know they can expect a great tattoo if they come to you. Like catchy and unique names, a clever one can also promote itself.

1. Tattoo You

2. Futuristic Ink

3. Ascension Tattoo 

4. United States of Ink

5. Eternal Ink

6. Ink Masters

7. Rebel Ink

8. Hybrid Skin Tattoos

9. All Good Ink

10. Blue Bloods Tattoo

11. Skin Shifters

12. Pleasure & Pain Ink

13. Tattoo Temple

14. Toned up Tattoos

15. Body Adornments 

16. First in Line Tattoos

17. Second Skin

18. Eye of the Needle

19. Enhanced Art Tattoo Studio

20. Ink Finesse 

21. Decadent Ink

22. Body Armor Tattoo

23. Prophecy Tattoo Studio

24. Transmutation Tattoo

25. Jetsetters Tattoo Shop

26. Empowered Ink

27. Body Architects 

28. Garden of Eden Tattoo Parlor

29. The Ink Arsenal 

30. Spear Strike Tattoo 

31. Continental Ink

32. Third Eye Tattoo

33. Needle Grind Ink

34. Renown Tattoo

35. Ink Culture

36. Masterful Designs Tattoo Studio

37. Body Murals

38. Compelling Body Art

39. Aces High Tattoo Studio

40. High Caliber Ink

41. The Originals Tattoo Parlor

42. Origin Ink

43. Stained Impressions Tattoo

44. Counterculture Ink

45. Body Expressions 

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    ### Creative Names

Creativity and tattoos are synonymous. Why not choose a name for your tattoo shop that shows how original and inventive your work is? 

A creative name can show people your tattoos are better than the rest. It is sure to attract customers who are looking for a one-of-a-kind tattoo. Think about using words that refer to colors, materials, and techniques used in art. 

1. Uniquely You Tattoo

2. Artful Encounters Tattoo Shop

3. Ink Theory

4. The Spectrum Tattoo Parlor

5. Dreamweaver Tattoos

6. Poems & Prose Tattoo Parlor

7. Dreaming of Ink 

8. Sea of Color Tattoo Shop

9. Advanced Techniques Tattoo Studio

10. Inertia Tattoos

11. Celestial Ink

12. Jade Tattoo Parlor

13. Modern Art Tattoo

14. Sun & Moon Tattoo

15. Colorful Chaos Tattoo Studio

16. Zen Ink

17. Brush & Easel Ink

18. Mystic Ink

19. Freestyle Ink

20. Alchemy Tattoo

21. Color Theory

22. Rainbow Ink

23. Graffiti Ink

24. Feather & Arrow Tattoo Studio 

25. Body Embroidery 

26. Canvas Tattoo Parlor

27. Art of Ink

28. Blackout Tattoo

29. Insignia Tattoo 

30. Star Tattoo Shop

31. Whimsical Tattoos 

32. Wild Blue Yonder Tattoo 

33. Spiritwalker Tattoo Studio

34. Siren Tattoo Shop

35. Symmetry Tattoo Studio 

36. Enigma Ink

37. Dream Visions Tattoo 

38. Art History Tattoo 

39. Azure Tattoo Parlor

40. Inked & Adorned Tattoo 

41. Luminary Ink

42. Eternal Art Tattoo Shop

43. Divine Ink

44. The Power of Ink

45. Enchanted Ink

46. Shadow & Shine Tattoo Studio

47. Permanent Paints 

48. Spirit World Tattoo 

49. Avant Garde Ink

50. Pigments Tattoo Parlor

51. Visions Tattoo Studio

    ### Classic Names

You can’t go wrong with a classic name for a tattoo shop. Something classic lets people know your tattoo studio knows what it’s doing and has been around. 

When choosing a classic name, it’s important to consider what comes to mind when one thinks of a tattoo. Words and phrases that play on parties, music, cars, guns, edgy phrases, and tribal images are some ideas to consider for a classic aesthetic. 

1. Tattoo Masters

2. Tribal Tattoos

3. Hot Rod Ink

4. High Horse Tattoos

5. Whiskey Tattoo

6. Black Dragon Tattoo Parlor

7. Motor City Tattoo 

8. Designer Ink 

9. West Coast Ink

10. Grand Prix Tattoo

11. Flesh & Bone Tattoo Parlor

12. Sunset Tattoo Studio

13. Bad Boys Tattoo Shop

14. Kool Katz Tattoo Parlor

15. Death or Glory Tattoos

16. Ready to Rock Tattoo Studio

17. Scorpion Ink

18. Ink Fuel

19. Axel Tattoo

20. Big Dogs Tattoo 

21. Ammunition Ink

22. Stars & Stripes Tattoo 

23. Daredevils Tattoo

24. Tribal Scrolls Tattoo Studio

25. Luck of the Draw Tattoo Parlor

26. Berserkers Tattoo

27. Royal Flush Tattoo

28. Liberty Ink

29. Free Bird Tattoo Shop

30. Steel Rose Tattoo Parlor

31. Walk the Line Tattoo Parlor

32. Revolver Tattoo Parlor

33. Overdrive Ink

34. Spike Tattoo Studio

35. Uptown Ink

36. Eagle Tattoo Shop

37. Turbo Tattoos

38. Stilettos Tattoo

39. Sonic Ink

40. Ace of Spades Tattoo Parlor

41. Torque Tattoo

42. Street Art Ink

43. Shotgun Tattoo Studio

44. Black Widow Tattoo Shop

    ### Good Names

If you’re still on the fence about which type of image to go with for your tattoo shop, then going with a good name may be your best option. 

Choosing something good and simple is a great idea when you want to appeal to the most amount of people. A good name should come across as welcoming yet representative of a tattoo parlor to potential clients.

1. Timeless Tattoos

2. Eternally Yours Tattoo Parlor

3. Infinite Ink Tattoos

4. All About the Ink

5. Ink City

6. California Ink

7. Wanderlust Tattoo Studio

8. Generation Tattoo

9. Cosmic Tattoo

10. Empire Tattoo Studio

11. Carpe Diem Ink (Latin for seize the day)

12. The Inkshop

13. Fire & Ice Tattoo

14. The Vortex Tattoo Shop

15. Temptations Tattoo Parlor

16. Illusions Tattoo 

17. Revolution Tattoo

18. Sacred Ink

19. Cloud 9 Tattoo Shop

20. Premier Tattoo

21. Euphoria Tattoo 

22. Rage Tattoos

23. Big Shots Tattoo 

24. Atomic Tattoos 

25. Spellbound Tattoo Shop

26. Hammer of Thor Tattoo 

27. Passion for Ink

28. Tattoo Revolution

29. The Mosh Pit Tattoo Parlor

30. The Ink Junction

31. Sky’s the Limit Tattoo Studio

32. Destiny Tattoo

33. Ink Wonder 

34. Paramount Tattoo

35. Tattoo Utopia

36. Octane Tattoo

37. Boulevard Tattoo Studio

38. Planet Tattoo

39. Ink Doodles

40. Exotic Inks

41. Chill Ink

42. Exhibition Tattoo 

    ### Tattoo Nicknames

Are you an independent tattoo artist interested in promoting yourself rather than a shop? A good tattoo artist nickname is just as important as a name for a tattoo shop when you are working on your own. 

A name for your persona as a tattoo artist is paramount to your reputation. Having a nickname sets you apart from other tattoo artists and promotes the image that you are ahead of the curve and more experienced than others. 

1. The Tattoo Troubadour

2. Professor Tattoo 

3. Baldo

4. Fish Boy

5. Captain Ink

6. The Pain Doctor 

7. The King (or Queen) of Ink

8. The Inksmith

9. The Jack of All Tattoos

10. Gunner

11. Scar

12. Big

13. Cut

14. Amigo

15. Papa

16. Cobra

17. Razor

18. The Owl

19. Shagro

20. Rusty

21. Tank

22. Boris

23. Dreads

24. Wolf

25. Branded by (your name)

26. Body Art by (your name)

27. The Tattoo Tailor

28. The Pen Pro

29. The Skin Sculptor 

30. Tattoo Guru

31. Inkman (or woman)

32. Tattoo Hustler

33. Nomad Ink

34. Junior

35. Tweek

36. The Tattoo Tech

37. The Ink Doctor

38. The Ink Broker

39. The Fresh Prince of Ink

40. The Traveling Tattoo Artist

41. Tattoos on Tour by (your name)

42. Emperor (or empress) of Ink

43. The Renegade 

44. Champ

45. Chief

46. Fox

47. The Ink Scribe

48. Mad Dog

49. Thor

50. Dutch

51. Boar

52. The Ink Advisor

53. Renaissance Man (or woman)

54. Architect of Ink

55. The Muse Tattoo Artist

56. Sailor (your name) 

57. The Tattoo Taskmaster 

58. Ink God (or Goddess)

59. Grandpa

60. Lucky

61. Paco

62. Jo Jo

    ### What’s the Best Name for Your Tattoo Business?

As we conclude this article, I hope you have gathered valuable ideas for your new tattoo shop business.

To choose from your list of potential names, consider the following questions:

- Does the name convey your business’s unique qualities?

- Does it align with your business’s identity and style?

- Will people instantly recognize that it represents a tattoo shop?

- Can the name be turned into an attractive logo?

- Is there an available website domain that reflects your name?

Ultimately, trust your instincts. Your gut feeling is the most crucial factor, and it may not always be rational.

    ## More Resources

Here are some more resources you may find helpful as you continue to build your brand.

- [Request access to all our courses](/join/), including the branding course, which covers strategies for naming your business (and much more).

- [YouTube video training](https://youtu.be/0VPOyfKr4Mo?si=gpAQPggbGxl_Br8t) on coming up with a business name.

This article is part of my overall [guide for opening a salon](/open-a-salon/).

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